This qualification reflects the role of highly skilled senior operators who use a broad range of hospitality skills combined with managerial skills and sound knowledge of the industry to coordinate hospitality operations.
They operate independently, have responsibility for others, and make a range of operational business decisions. This qualification provides a pathway to work in any hospitality industry sector as a departmental or small business manager.
The diversity of employers includes restaurants, hotels, motels, catering operations, clubs, pubs, cafés, and coffee shops. This qualification allows for multiskilling and for acquiring targeted skills in accommodation services, cookery, food and beverage and gaming. The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
The latest release of the qualification and packaging rules can be found at the following link: https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/SIT50422
| VET National Code | SIT50422 |
| Qualification Title | Diploma of Hospitality Management |
| CRICOS Course Code | 112508G |
| Mode of Study | Face to Face 20 hours per week |
| Location of Course Delivery | Classroom: Level 17, 45 Grenfell Street Adelaide SA 5000 Kitchen: Level 2, 282 Gouger Street, Adelaide SA 5000 |
| Course Duration | 104 Weeks including 24 weeks of term breaks and holidays |
| Course Fee | Click here to view course fee |
| Intake Dates | Click here to view intake dates |
| Course Brochure | Click here to download course brochure |
| Unit Code | Unit of Competency Title | Core / Elective |
|---|---|---|
| SITXHRM007 | Coach others in job skills | Elective |
| SITXCOM010 | Manage conflict | Core |
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety | Elective |
| SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices | Elective |
| SITHCCC023* | Use food preparation equipment | Elective |
| SITHCCC027* | Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery | Elective |
| SITHCCC028* | Prepare appetisers and salads | Elective |
| SITHCCC029* | Prepare stocks, sauces and soups | Elective |
| SITHCCC030* | Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes | Elective |
| SITHCCC031* | Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes | Elective |
| SITHCCC035* | Prepare poultry dishes | Elective |
| SITHCCC036* | Prepare meat dishes | Elective |
| SITHCCC037* | Prepare seafood dishes | Elective |
| SITHCCC041* | Produce cakes, pastries and breads | Elective |
| SITHPAT016* | Produce desserts | Elective |
| SITHCCC042* | Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements | Elective |
| SITHKOP010 | Plan and cost recipes | Elective |
| SITHKOP013* | Plan cooking operations | Elective |
| SITXMGT004 | Monitor work operations | Core |
| SITXHRM008 | Roster staff | Core |
| SITXFIN009 | Manage finances within a budget | Core |
| SITXWHS007 | Implement and monitor work health and safety practices | Core |
| SITXHRM009 | Lead and manage people | Core |
| SITXCCS016 | Develop and manage quality customer service practices | Core |
| SITXMGT005 | Establish and conduct business relationships | Core |
| SITXFIN010 | Prepare and monitor budgets | Core |
| SITXCCS015 | Enhance customer service experiences | Core |
| SITXGLC002 | Identify and manage legal risks and comply with law | Core |
This course is delivered face-to-face in a classroom-based and commercial kitchen setting. Practical face to face training is provided in a commercial kitchen. A work placement is also required. The timetable for this course will be advised at the time of orientation. You are required to attend classes for 20 hours per week for 80 study weeks (8 terms of 10 weeks each). Holiday breaks are as indicated in your timetable for 24 weeks. Class sessions include a mix of theory and practical activities with a focus on creating a real-life workplace.
In addition to classroom-based learning, you will also need to complete approximately 5 hours of additional, unsupervised study per week including general reading and research for assessments. You will also need to complete assessments for this course, which may include:
- Written questions
- Projects
- Presentations
- Reports
- Role plays/observations
At the beginning of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed. Your classes will be conducted in modern classrooms, and you will be able to access Wi-Fi. There are also areas for you to relax, as well as conduct additional study. You will be provided with a Student/Learner Guide relevant to each unit in your course. Textbooks are also available onsite for you to use and borrow if you wish.
We offer the following concerning support and welfare.
- one-to-one support from the trainer/assessor
- support with personal issues
- access to additional learning resources
- reasonable adjustment in assessment
- social events
- Information about external sources of support.
You may not have studied for a while, may have English as a second language or need additional assistance with literacy or numeracy. We will identify any additional support needs you may have at the time of application and enrolment and may prepare a Student Support Plan for you based on those needs.
You must
- be at least 18 years of age and have completed the equivalent of Year 12.
- participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs.
- have an IELTS* score of 6.0 (test results must be no more than 2 years old) or equivalent or
- educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country; or
- successful completion of an English Placement Test or
- Completed a substantial component of AQF Certificate IV or above qualification from an Australian RTO in the last two years.
You can apply for recognition of existing Qualifications or skills, knowledge, and experience (credit transfer or recognition of prior learning) as per the information included in our International Student Handbook, which is available at our website. If you are granted course credit, this will affect your course fees as well as the duration of your course. We will advise you in writing of changes to fees or course duration as a result of the credit. You will also be issued with a new Confirmation of Enrolment. For any questions about course credit, contact us.
Satisfactory course progress and attendance is very important in order to meet visa requirements. Please read the International Student Handbook carefully for more information. You will also be provided with further information about course progress and attendance requirements at your orientation.
Students obtaining a competent result for all 28 units of competency will achieve the Nationally Recognised qualification SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management (CRICOS Course Code: 112508G). A Statement of Attainment will be issued to students who complete less than 28 units.
Potential employment options are in any hospitality industry sector as a departmental or small business manager. Students who complete this course may wish to continue their education into a range of Advanced Diploma qualifications, such as the SIT60322 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management.
Grenfell Institute of Technology Australia does not guarantee any placement into any pathway program (s) at another institute as it is entirely the responsibility of the student. Also, the college does not guarantee any migration or employment outcomes.
Grenfell Institute of Technology Australia also does not provide any assurance that students will always get a job upon returning to their home country. However, this qualification will offer a range of skills that aspiring hospitality venue managers must have to work in hospitality, food service and other related sectors.